Events

First Day Hike – Elachee Nature Science Center

Elachee Nature Science Center 2125 Elachee Drive, Gainesville, GA, United States

Kick off the new year with a refreshing outdoor adventure! Join us on January 1st for a FREE 3-mile guided hike along the beautiful Bridge Loop in the Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve.

2025 Polar Bear Plunge and Paddle – LCKC

Lake Lanier Olympic Park 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA, United States

Say goodbye to 2024 and dive into the 2025 New Year at our 27th Annual Polar Bear Plunge fundraiser for LCKC, a non-profit organization. Join us for a unique experience on the lake! This event draws thrill seekers of all walks of life to plunge themselves into the cool waters of Lake Lanier, to bring in 2025. Awards will be given for best costume and best jump.

Live Music: Corey Smith – Boot Barn Hall

Boot Barn Hall 312 Jesse Jewell Pkwy, Gainesville, GA, United States

Corey Smith, the fan-made man from Jefferson, GA, has sold over 1 million concert tickets, 1.5 million digital singles and over 220,000 albums. Corey’s Spotify channel has amassed over 5.76 million listeners with more than 73 million streams and is currently averaging over 1.13 million streams each month.

An Evening With Judy Collins – Boot Barn Hall

Boot Barn Hall 312 Jesse Jewell Pkwy, Gainesville, GA, United States

Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism!